1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 865 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Suburban | Renown |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2750 mm |
